Energy Project Estimator - AI Trainer (Contract)
Handshake AI FellowshipEnergy Project Estimator - AI Trainer (Contract)
| Company | Handshake AI Fellowship |
| Pay Rate | Up to $80/hr |
| Education | Bachelor's,Master's,Ph.D's,Postdocs |
| Location | Remote |
| Type | Contract / Freelance (Flexible Hours) |
| Program | Handshake AI Fellowship ($100M+ paid out, 100k+ fellows) |
Overview
Handshake is looking for energy project estimation and solar design professionals to support AI research through flexible, hourly contract work. This is not a traditional job. You'll draw on your hands-on experience with construction cost estimation, architectural plan review, and solar proposal development to evaluate AI-generated content and provide feedback that helps AI better understand energy project estimation workflows and practices.This is an ongoing, project-based opportunity that can be done alongside research, teaching, postdoctoral work, or industry employment.
About Handshake AI
About Handshake AI
Details
This project involves independently producing expert-level analytical work and data outputs using the tools and workflows from your professional practice. You will be asked to complete real work tasks — such as building price forecast models or developing PPA documentation — in a structured, project-based format.Fully remote with a flexible, asynchronous schedule and no minimum hour requirement; most contributors work approximately 5–20 hours per week when participating in an active project.Placement depends on current project needs, with opportunities to be considered for future projects as they become available.
Qualifications
At least 2 years of professional experience in energy project estimation or solar design, in roles such as:Construction Cost EstimatorSolar Project EstimatorSolar Sales Engineer / Solar DesignerOr equivalent roles in the energy industryAbility to independently produce work using one or more of the following tools:Bluebeam RevuRSMeansAurora SolarAbility to independently complete workflows such as:Architectural and engineering plan review for build or remodel cost estimationSolar installation customer proposal generationBachelor's degree or higher requiredStrong written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and asynchronously.
Work authorization information
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